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Ruto's probe team into Shakahola massacre illegal, court declares

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The High Court has declared, as unconstitutional, the commission of inquiry President William Ruto appointed to investigate the Shakahola massacre.

Justice Lawrence Mugambi, on Thursday, quashed Gazette Notice No.5660 of May 4, 2023, by Ruto after finding it illegal, null, and void.

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